![The study of controlled swordsmanship achieved through drawing the sword from its sheath and performing a series of cutting actions in response to an attack. We study the Seitei Iaido Kata of the All Japan Kendo Renmei [ZNKR] and for advanced students may deepen their study through the practise of Koryū (old school) of Musō Jikiden Eishin Ryū [MJER].](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58a138_826f66385b2b4917b85ee3bb174ae25a~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_226,h_223,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Image-empty-state.jpg)
Iaido [ZNKR]
居合道
All Japan Kendo Renmei
全日本剣道連盟
Iaido is the study of swordsmanship to intuitively respond to an attack with smooth, controlled movements drawing the sword from its scabbard, striking or cutting an opponent, and then returning the sword to the scabbard. Techniques are studied from a variety of seated and standing situations.
Iaido training is based on the study and practice of Kata involving drawing, cutting and re sheathing actions from a variety of seated and standing situations. For the most part, Kata are practised in a solo fashion against an imaginary opponent with paired exercises being introduced at advanced levels. The movements are often simple but can be very difficult to master. Ongoing practice builds the skill and understanding needed to perform each kata with precision and control.
Beginners may start learning with a wooden sword called a Bokken or Bokuto, but quickly transition to non-sharpened swords called Iaito. Senior experienced practitioners may choose to train with a sharp-edged sword called a Shinken.
![The study of controlled swordsmanship achieved through drawing the sword from its sheath and performing a series of cutting actions in response to an attack. We study the Seitei Iaido Kata of the All Japan Kendo Renmei [ZNKR] and for advanced students may deepen their study through the practise of Koryū (old school) of Musō Jikiden Eishin Ryū [MJER].](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/58a138_0975d43fd5f2441d8fde3fcc4c99b9ff~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_226,h_223,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/Image-empty-state.jpg)
Origins Background
Iaido is the study of swordsmanship to intuitively respond to an attack with smooth, controlled movements drawing the sword from its scabbard, striking or cutting an opponent, and then returning the sword to the scabbard. Techniques are studied from a variety of seated and standing situations.
Iaido training is based on the study and practice of Kata involving drawing, cutting and re sheathing actions from a variety of seated and standing situations. For the most part, Kata are practised in a solo fashion against an imaginary opponent with paired exercises being introduced at advanced levels. The movements are often simple but can be very difficult to master. Ongoing practice builds the skill and understanding needed to perform each kata with precision and control.
Beginners may start learning with a wooden sword called a Bokken or Bokuto, but quickly transition to non-sharpened swords called Iaito. Senior experienced practitioners may choose to train with a sharp-edged sword called a Shinken.
Training at Kuroyama Budokai